Current through 2024 Legislative Session Act Chapter 531
(a) Each tanning facility shall post at least 1 warning sign in a place readily visible to persons entering the facility. Lettering must be clear, legible, and at least 1/4 inch in height, unless otherwise provided herein. The sign shall have dimensions not less than 11 inches by 17 inches and shall have the following statements: (1) "DANGER ULTRAVIOLET RADIATION", in capital letters at least 1/2 inch in height;(2) "Follow the manufacturer's instructions for this device.";(3) "Avoid overexposure. As with sunlight, overexposure can cause eye and skin injury and allergic reactions. Repeated exposure to ultraviolet radiation may cause chronic sun damage characterized by wrinkling, dryness, fragility, bruising of the skin, and skin cancer.";(4) "Avoid sunbathing before or after exposure to ultraviolet radiation from sunlamps.";(5) "Wear protective eyewear. Failure to do so may result in severe burns or permanent injury to the eyes."; and(6) "Medications or cosmetics may increase sensitivity to ultraviolet radiation. Consult a physician before using a sunlamp if you are using medications, have a history of skin problems, or believe you are especially sensitive to sunlight."(b) Each customer shall be provided with a written warning statement prior to each use of the tanning equipment or device. The warning statement shall include the following statements: (1) "Failure to use eye protection may result in injury to the eyes.";(2) "Overexposure to ultraviolet light may cause burns.";(3) "Repeated exposure to ultraviolet light may result in skin cancer and premature aging of the skin.";(4) "Abnormal skin sensitivity or burning may be caused by reactions of ultraviolet light to certain foods, cosmetics, or medications, including tranquilizers, diuretics, antibiotics, high blood pressure medications, and birth control pills.";(5) "Anyone taking a prescription or over-the-counter drug should consult a physician before using any tanning equipment or device."; Renumbered from Del. C. § 3006D and amended by Laws 2013, ch. 365,s 1, eff. 1/1/2015. 77 Del. Laws, c. 195, § 1.;